Manaslu Circuit Trek | 14 Days Itinerary, Cost, Larke Pass

Excellent trip supported by excellent team from Mountain World Treks & Expedition. Kudos to our guide Ishwor Duwadi and our porters Ritip and Rabin

I did the Manaslu Circuit Trek and I’m really glad I decided to do it. Before the trek, I was a little unsure about how everything would go because it was my first time doing the Manaslu Circuit. But Saligram had everything organized really well. I didn’t have to keep thinking about what was happening next, so I could just focus on walking and enjoying the trek. And then there was my guide, Niraj. he made a big difference to the whole experience. I never felt like I was walking with someone who was just doing a job. We talked, joked around, stopped when we wanted to take photos, and he was always checking that I was doing okay.

There were definitely some tough days. Manaslu is not an easy walk, and there were times when my legs were tired and I was wondering how much further we still had to go. Niraj never rushed me. He understood the pace I was comfortable with and was always there when I needed a little encouragement. Larkya La Pass was probably the day I will remember the most. It was long, tiring and definitely not easy, especially with the altitude. But when I finally reached the pass, all the tiredness somehow felt worth it. Standing there and looking around after all those hours of walking was a pretty special moment. Of course, the accommodation and food are not what you would expect from a normal holiday. This is a remote mountain trek, and some days are basic. But everything was arranged well and I always felt that the company was taking care of us. For me, the Manaslu Circuit was not just about reaching the Larkya La Pass or ticking another trek off a list. It was the whole experience, the people I met, the conversations, the tired days, the unexpected views

I would definitely do another trek with them.

I did the Manaslu Circuit Trek in October with Mountain World Treks, and it turned out to be one of the best trekking experiences I’ve had in Nepal. From the beginning, everything was well organized. Saligram took care of the arrangements properly, from the permits and transportation to accommodation and the overall trekking plan. I never really had to worry about what was happening next which made the whole experience much easier. My guide, Niraj, was a big part of making the trek enjoyable. He was friendly, patient and easy to talk to. He knew the trail well and was always there when we needed help, whether it was checking on how we were feeling, helping with the pace, or explaining things along the way. He didn’t make the trek feel too formal. It felt more like walking with someone who genuinely wanted you to enjoy the experience.

October was a great time to do the Manaslu Circuit. The weather was mostly good, and we had some really beautiful mountain views along the trail. What I liked most about Manaslu was how different the scenery felt as we gained altitude. The landscape slowly changed from green hills and forests to rocky valleys and high mountains. There were rivers, waterfalls, small villages, suspension bridges and some pretty tough sections, but that’s also what made the trek interesting.

The Larkya La Pass was definitely one of the hardest parts for me. It was a long day and the altitude made things more challenging, but having Niraj there made a big difference. He kept an eye on us and made sure we didn’t rush. Reaching the pass after all that walking was a really good feeling. I also appreciated that the company didn’t make everything feel rushed. We had enough time to enjoy the villages, take photos, have tea and just look around. Sometimes the simple moments ended up being my favorite parts of the trek.

The accommodation and food were as expected for a Himalayan trek, and everything was arranged smoothly. Of course this is a remote mountain trek, so you shouldn’t expect luxury, but the overall arrangements were comfortable enough and I felt well looked after throughout the trip.

One thing I especially appreciated was the communication with the company. It gave me confidence that I had chosen the right company. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone planning the Manaslu Circuit, especially if it’s your first time doing a longer trek in Nepal. The organization was good, the route was amazing, and having Niraj as my guide made the experience even better.

A big thank you to Saligram for organizing everything so well and to Niraj for being such a good guide and companion throughout the trek and also the porters. I came back with tired legs, a lot of photos, and some really good memories from Manaslu. I would happily trek with them again.